Aberdeen: Junior Achievement kicks off annual fundraising campaign

March 20, 2008|From staff reports

Junior Achievement of Aberdeen has begun its annual fundraising drive. JA hopes to reach a goal of $23,500, in order to continue providing JA programs for Aberdeen students. Junior Achievement programs are offered to second-through fifth-graders at Aberdeen public, Aberdeen Christian and Roncalli schools. In a press release, Junior Achievement of Aberdeen thanked more than 80 businesses and individuals who donate to the annual fund drive and provide Junior Achievement for more than 1,300 students in Aberdeen. Junior Achievement provides volunteers and programs to help South Dakota students realize school is relevant to their future. JA programming focuses on work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy. Junior Achievement is funded by local businesses through the annual fund drive, foundation dollars, and special events. JA does not receive financial support from United Way or government agencies. If you would like more information about Junior Achievement of South Dakota or would like to invest contact jasd@ja.org or 1-800-871-7007.